Characterisation of rotavirus vaccine escape - potential for significant impact on vaccination program [ 2012 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Carl Kirkwood (Principal investigator) ,  Prof Jim Buttery

Brief description The introduction of rotavirus vaccines have had enormous impact on improving the health of children worldwide. However, the emergence of vaccine escape strains has the potential to significantly reduce the vaccine effectiveness. This study proposes to characterise strains able to escape vaccine protection.

Funding Amount $AUD 531,689.96

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant